Murungai
Murungai is a village located in Thottiyam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thottiyam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Murungai village is also a gram panchayat.
Murungai has its own place in the vibrant Tiruchirappalli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Murungai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murungai is 635666. The village spans a total geographical area of 1151.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621207. Kattuputhur is nearest town to Murungai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Murungai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Murungai
Population of Murungai
Below is a concise population overview of Murungai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,070 | 1,542 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 395 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,937 | 1,166 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 376 | 757 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murungai village:
- The total population of Murungai village is around 3,070, including approximately 1,542 males and 1,528 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 243 children aged 0–6 years in Murungai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murungai village has 779 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Murungai village is about 63.09%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 50.46%.
- There are around 917 households in Murungai village.
Connectivity of Murungai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murungai. As per the 2011 stats, Murungai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murungai
Knowing the nearby villages of Murungai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murungai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murungai
- Where is Murungai located?
- Murungai village is situated in Thottiyam Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murungai?
- Murungai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murungai?
- The pincode of Murungai is 621207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murungai is 3,070, with 1,542 males and 1,528 females.
- How many households are there in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murungai village has a total of 917 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murungai is 63.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.62%, while the female literacy rate is 50.46%.